Carrier Categories: Train Companies and Austria
- Description
InterCity
The InterCity trains are the regular national connections between the big cities and centres of tourism, and they shine with superior comfort. Daytime long-distance trains include first class cars with special comfort and lots of room.Family-friendly concept
For women travelling alone, the ÖBB provides a compartment for ladies only in the InterCity trains.
There is also a breast-feeding compartment reserved for mothers who want to breast-feed their children in peace and quiet. - Photos
- When to Book your Reservation
Booking opens from 120 to 90 days before departure. Purchases can be made up to time of departure by ordering if e-tickets that you can print out yourself are available.
- How to Book your Reservation
Tickets can be purchased before departure: at ticket machines, at the ticket counter at a station, as a "Handy-Ticket" using your mobile phone or as an online ticket via the 'Book Now' button on BonjourLaFrance.
If it is not possible to purchase a ticket at the boarding station (e.g. because there are no ticket machines available or working) a ticket must be purchased immediately after boarding either at the ticket machine on the train (at one end of the train), or by seeking out the train crew to purchase a ticket, as soon as you are able to.
- Where to Book your Reservation
Click your country link 90 days before you travel for the most savings and peace of mind. To book a train pick your country of reference below. Buy all your Tickets online. CLICK on the link for your home country to see information in your language and check Real Time Schedules, Prices and Travel Times and make A SECURE PURCHASE.
France and European City to City Train Tickets:
Train travel offers you downtown to downtown comfortable and efficient rail service. No hassle with early arrivals, delays, and luggage security checks. You can take unlimited weight and reasonably bulky items on board. European rail is the way to travel and really see the French countryside. USA > UK > Argentina > Australia > Belgium-Fr > Belgium-Nl > Brazil > Canada > France > France Promotions > France Groups 10-30 people > GCC Countries > Germany > Hong Kong > India > Israel > Italy > Japan-Jp > Mexico, Central America, Caribbean > Netherlands > New Zealand > Singapore > South Africa > Spain > Switzerland-Fr > Switzerland-De > Rest of the world (English) > Rest of the world (Español) > 中国 > 香港 > 日本 > 한국 > 新加坡
Train Passes:
If you are traveling by train on 5 different days or more in one or a few European countries then buying a European Rail Pass could be to your budgetary advantage compared to ‘point-to-point' tickets. Click below to see Rail Pass options. For European citizens use the point-to-point links above, the Rail Pass access is on the same page. USA > Argentina > Australia > Brazil > Canada > GCC Countries > Hong Kong > India > Israel > Japan-Jp > Mexico, Central America, Caribbean > New Zealand > Singapore > South Africa > Rest of the world (English) > Rest of the world (Español) > 中国 > 香港 > 日本 > 한국 > 新加坡
- Service Classes
Modern seats in open cars or compartments, generous luggage-space and air-conditioning. In 1st Class there's more legroom, wider seats, individually adjustable seats, better mobile reception and newspaper service.
- Mobility access
For women travelling alone, the Intercity offers separate ladies' compartments. In addition to this, there is a breast-feeding compartment, as well as a special compartment for toddlers.
- Luggage
Take everything along that you need - or simply send your luggage ahead of time with Haus-Haus-Gepäck Plus. With therail courier package, we transport your parcels 365 days a year. And at many train stations, lockers are available to store your luggage.
- Lost & Found
ÖBB is happy to assist you in finding lost objects. Naturally, our search will extend to all areas of the Austrian Federal Railways, however, we recommend you to also contact the next police station, if you have lost any valuables. If you have lost or found something, simply contact one of the Lost + Found Service Centres in Austria. Either personally, by email or phone.
Mungos has got 6 lost + found offices in Vienna, Linz, Salzburg, Villach, Bruck an der Mur and Innsbruck. For enquiries please call our lost + found hotline on +43 1 93000-22 2 22 from Monday to Thursday from 07:30 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 16:30 as well as Fridays from 07:30 to 13:30. Found items can be picked up at our offices during the above office hours, or we can send you your property by mail within Austria (freight forward).
- Food, Snacks & Drinks
Intercity offers trolley service with Nespresso coffee.
- Pets onboard
It is possible to travel with your cat or dog on most ÖBB trains. Note the following rules for the transport of live animals:
Small and harmless animals can be taken along free of charge in suitable transport containers. If you take an animal along which cannot be transported as hand luggage in a transport container, you will have to pay a fare for your pet. Assistance dogs registered in a certificate of disability can travel along on the train for free. - Don't miss these opportunities